Scholarships & Aid

Scholarships & Aid

Candler’s scholarship program is among the most generous in theological education, but it is competitive. Awards are made based on merit and availability of funds, and more than 80 percent of our full-time students receive financial support.

Learn how Candler prepares real people to make a real difference in the real world. This prestigious two-day event offers 50 Master of Divinity, Master of Theological Studies and Master of Religious Leadership students from around the world a unique opportunity to experience Candler first-hand.

Encounter students from all walks of life who are active leaders in their communities and churches.

Engage in real dialogue with Dean Jan Love, Candler's world-renowned faculty, current students, and others in the community.

Explore the real possibilities that Candler offers by being part of a top-25 research university where serious religious discussion is respected and expected.

Apply to Candler by January 15 to be considered. Your application for admission serves as your application to Leadership Candler. Invitations to Leadership Candler will be issued no later than March 1.

Master of Divinity

Priority deadline is January 15 for all MDiv scholarships

Robert W. Woodruff Fellowships in Theology and Ministry (all denominations)

The Robert W. Woodruff Fellowships in Theology and Ministry bear the name of the renowned businessman and philanthropist who led the Coca-Cola Company for many years and was a peerless benefactor of Emory University. Five Woodruff Fellowships are awarded to MDiv students through the Leadership Candler program each year. Annual renewal of the award requires maintenance of a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3.

Carpenter Scholarships for Community Engagement (all denominations)

$5000 per year for 3 academic years added to the Candler scholarship

Full-time status

3.5 GPA minimum is typical

Commitment to community engagment and social transformation

Candidates will be considered for the scholarship based on their regular application for admission. Recipients will be awardees of other Candler scholarships who demonstrate academic excellence and possess a well-articulated commitment to community engagement and social transformation as expressed in their personal statement and supported by their resume and letters of recommendation provided as part of the application process. Learn more.

Garrett Scholarships (all denominations)

Up to full tuition for 3 academic years

Full-time status

3.5 GPA minimum is typical

Must be preparing for pulpit ministry

The Sims Garrett Scholarships were established by Sims Garrett, a 1933 graduate of Emory College, to support full-time MDiv students preparing for pulpit ministries. Renewal of the award requires maintenance of a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and continued plans to serve in pulpit ministry.

Honors Scholarships (all denominations)

Full tuition for 3 academic years

Full-time status

3.5 GPA minimum is typical

Honors Scholarships are available on a competitive basis for MDiv students. Renewal of the award for the second and third years at Candler requires maintenance of a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3.

Community Scholarships (all denominations)

Full tuition for 3 academic years

Full-time status

3.5 GPA minimum is typical

Community Scholarships are available on a competitive basis for MDiv students whose presence in the school will shape the student body and the life of the church. Past community contributions and potential for ministerial leadership, as well as excellent academic record, will be considered when reviewing applicants for awards. Renewal of the award for the second and third years at Candler requires maintenance of a minimum GPA of 3.0.

Dean’s Awards (all denominations)

$15,000 per year for 3 academic years

Full-time status

3.5 GPA minimum is typical

Dean’s Awards are available on a competitive basis for MDiv students. Renewal of the award for the second and third years at Candler requires maintenance of a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.

Diversity Awards (all denominations)

$15,000 per year for 3 academic years

Full-time status

3.0 GPA minimum is typical

Diversity Awards are available on a competitive basis for MDiv students whose presence in the school will promote diversity in the student body and in the life of the church. Past community contributions and potential for ministerial leadership, as well as academic capabilities, will be considered when reviewing applicants for awards. Renewal of the award for the second and third years at Candler requires maintenance of a minimum GPA of 3.0.

Candler Merit Grants (all denominations)

$5,000 - $12,000 per year for 3 academic years

Full-time status

3.0 GPA minimum is typical

A limited number of Candler Merit Grants are awarded to MDiv students on a competitive basis. Renewal of the award for the second and third years requires maintenance of a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.

International MDiv Scholarships (all denominations)

Up to full tuition for 3 academic years

Full-time status

For students who are citizens of countries outside the United States

A limited number of scholarships are available to MDiv students who are citizens of countries outside the United States. Renewal of the award for the second and third years requires maintenance of a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.

Baptist Studies Scholarships (Cooperative Baptist Fellowship)

Up to full tuition plus stipend per year for 3 academic years

Full-time status

3.3 GPA minimum is typical

Participation in Baptist Fellowship Leadership Scholars program

A limited number of scholarships are available to Baptist students studying in the MDiv program. Based on leadership and potential excellence in ministry, these awards are made possible by donations from Baptist individuals, churches, and organizations, as well as by matching funds from Candler. Some recipients of these scholarships are considered to be Cooperative Baptist Fellowship Leader Scholars, for whom leadership in the Baptist Studies Program is required. Renewal of the award for the second and third years requires maintenance of a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.

Margaret A. Pitts Scholarship (United Methodist)

Full tuition, fees and $7,000 annual stipend for 3 academic years

Full-time status

3.5 GPA minimum is typical

Must be preparing for ministry in The United Methodist Church as an elder or deacon

Awarded in honor of Margaret A. Pitts, a United Methodist laywoman and longtime friend of Candler, one scholarship is annually awarded to an MDiv student seeking ordination as a deacon or elder in The United Methodist Church.

Pitts Scholarships are typically awarded through the Leadership Candler process. Qualified applicants should have begun the candidacy for ministry process in The United Methodist Church and submit the District Superintendent Verification Form documenting status in the candidacy process. Renewal of the award requires maintenance of a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3 and continued plans for ministry in The United Methodist Church as an elder or deacon.

Wesley Scholarships (United Methodist)

Full tuition for 3 academic years

Full-time status

3.3 GPA minimum is typical

Must be preparing for pastoral ministry as an elder in The United Methodist Church

The Wesley Scholarship was established by James and Mary Wesley to support an MDiv student preparing for pastoral ministry as an elder in The United Methodist Church. Applicants should demonstrate promise for ministry, academic excellence, and commitment to the pastorate of local congregations. Wesley candidates should complete the application for admission and all supporting materials and The United Methodist Church and submit the District Superintendent Verification Form documenting status in the candidacy process. Renewal of the award requires maintenance of a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and continued plans for ordination as an elder in The United Methodist Church.

Sherman Scholarships (United Methodist)

Full tuition for 3 academic years

Full-time status

3.0 GPA minimum is typical

Must be preparing for pastoral ministry as an elder in The United Methodist Church

The Sherman Scholarship Fund was established by Mr. and Mrs. Frank Sherman of Jacksonville, Florida. This fund provides assistance to United Methodist students who demonstrate academic ability and commitment to a biblically-based, evangelical ministry and who are preparing for ministry as pastors of local congregations.

Qualified students from the Florida Conference will be given preference, although all qualified United Methodist students will be considered. Candidates for the Sherman Scholarship should complete the application for admission and all supporting materials and The United Methodist Church and submit the District Superintendent Verification Form documenting status in the candidacy process. Sherman awards are renewable upon maintenance of a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, continuation of plans for ordained ministry as an elder in The United Methodist Church, and achievement of certified candidacy status as outlined in the scholarship award letter sent to recipients.

Deacon’s Awards (United Methodist)

Up to full tuition for 3 academic years

Full-time status

3.0 GPA minimum is typical

Must be preparing for ministry as a deacon in The United Methodist Church

A limited number of awards are available on a competitive basis to United Methodist students preparing for ministry as deacons in The United Methodist Church. Applicants should demonstrate academic excellence and commitment to servant leadership in the local church or other ministry setting. Deacons Award candidates should complete the application for admission and all supporting materials and The United Methodist Church and submit the District Superintendent Verification Form documenting status in the candidacy process. Renewal of the award for the second and third years requires maintenance of a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, and continued plans to serve as a deacon in The United Methodist Church.

Frank Scholarships (United Methodist)

Full tuition for 3 academic years

Full-time status

3.0 GPA minimum is typical

Must be preparing for ordained ministry as an elder in the Kansas or Missouri Annual Conference

Established in honor of Bishop Eugene M. and Mrs. Wilma A. Frank, this scholarship is for United Methodist students preparing for ordained ministry as elders in the Kansas or Missouri Annual Conferences of The United Methodist Church. Applicants should demonstrate promise for ministry, academic excellence, and commitment to the pastorate of local congregations. Frank candidates should complete the application for admission and all supporting materials and The United Methodist Church and submit the District Superintendent Verification Form documenting status in the candidacy process. Renewal of the award for the second and third years requires maintenance of a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and continued plans to serve in the Kansas or Missouri Annual Conference as an ordained elder.

McDonald Scholarships (United Methodist)

Full tuition for 3 academic years

Full-time status

3.0 GPA minimum is typical

Must be preparing for ordained ministry in the Mississippi Annual Conference

Established by W.I. and Emma Jean McDonald of Tylertown, Mississippi, the McDonald scholarship is for United Methodist students preparing for ordained ministry as elders or deacons in the Mississippi Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church. Applicants should demonstrate promise for ministry, academic excellence and commitment to the pastorate of local congregations. McDonald candidates should submit the application for admission and all supporting materials and The United Methodist Church and submit the District Superintendent Verification Form documenting status in the candidacy process. Renewal of the award for the second and third years requires maintenance of a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and continued plans to serve in the Mississippi Annual Conference as an ordained deacon or elder.

Hardin Scholarships (United Methodist)

Full tuition for 3 academic years

Full-time status

3.3 GPA minimum is typical

Must be preparing for ordained ministry as an elder in the North Alabama Annual Conference

Established through the vision and generosity of Mary Goss Hardin, layperson, friend and benefactor, the Hardin Scholarship provides support for United Methodist students preparing for ordained ministry as elders in the North Alabama Annual Conference. Candidates for the Hardin Scholarship should complete the application for admission and all supporting materials and The United Methodist Church and submit the District Superintendent Verification Form documenting status in the candidacy process. Renewal of the awards for the second and third years requires maintenance of a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and continued plans to serve in the North Alabama Annual Conference as an ordained elder.

Quenelle Scholarships (United Methodist)

Up to full tuition for 3 academic years

Full-time status

3.3 GPA minimum is typical

Preference given to those preparing for ordained ministry in the Holston Conference

The Quenelle Scholarships for United Methodist students preparing for ordained ministry in the Holston Annual Conference were established by Olive Quenelle of Johnson City, Tennessee. Applicants should demonstrate promise for ministry, academic excellence and commitment to the pastorate of local congregations. Quenelle candidates should complete the application for admission and all supporting materials and The United Methodist Church and submit the District Superintendent Verification Form documenting status in the candidacy process. Renewal of the award for the second and third years requires maintenance of a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and continued plans to serve as an ordained deacon or elder.

Christian Education Scholarship (United Methodist)

Full and partial tuition for 3 academic years

Full-time status

3.0 GPA minimum is typical

Must be preparing for the vocation of Christian Education

The Christian Education Scholarship is for United Methodist students enrolled in the MDiv program and preparing for the vocation of Christian education. Renewal of the award for the second and third years requires maintenance of a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and continued plans to be a Christian educator. Candidates for a Christian Education Scholarship should submit the application for admission and all supporting documents.

Master of Religious Leadership

Priority deadline is December 15 for spring semester and January 15 for fall semester

Up to full tuition

Full-time status

3.3 GPA minimun is typical

A limited number of MRL scholarships covering a portion of tuition are available on a competitive basis. Renewal of the award for the second year requires maintenance of a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3 for students receiving awards of full tuition and 3.0 for students receiving less than full tuition scholarships. A separate application is not required. Review is based on materials submitted for admission to the MRL program. Preference will be given to applications completed by November 1 for spring semester admission and January 15 for fall semester admission.

Master of Religion and Public Life

No Candler scholarships are available to students in the MRPL degree program.

The Master of Religion and Public Life (MRPL) is designed for professionals in law, health care, social work, education and other fields whose work requires them to negotiate issues of faith. This one- to four-year program is designed to be completed by working professionals on a part-time basis. As such, Candler does not offer scholarships for the MRPL degree.

Professionals enrolling in a MRPL are encouraged to pursue external scholarship opportunities including, but not limited to, company tuition reimbursement, employer-sponsored scholarships, union-sponsored scholarships, professional association or society scholarships. Candler lists many theological scholarship opportunities on the External Scholarships and Loans tab on this page.

Master of Theological Studies

Priority deadline is January 15

up to full tuition, fees and $5,000 stipend per academic year

Full-time status

3.3 GPA minimum is typical

MTS students may receive merit awards that are available on a competitive basis. Renewal of the award for the second year requires maintenance of a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3 for students receiving awards of full tuition or more and 3.0 for students receiving less than full tuition scholarships. A separate application is not required. Review is based on materials submitted for admission to the MTS program.

Master of Theology

Priority deadline is February 15

Miller Scholarship

Partial tuition for one academic year

Full-time status

3.3 GPA minimum is typical

Must be a graduate of Candler's MDiv or MTS degree program

Established by Dr. and Mrs. Hal C. Miller, the Miller Scholarship is presented to a Candler graduate pursuing advanced study, typically in the ThM program. A separate application is not required. Review is based on materials submitted for admission to the ThM program. Click here to close

Doctor of Ministry

Priority deadline has been extended to June 30

DMin applicants who are admitted and enrolled will receive a scholarship covering 30 percent of the full cost of tuition. The scholarship is $1,500 each semester and brings the total cost of the DMin program down to $21,000. Learn more about the cost of the program.

DMin applicants are encouraged to pursue external scholarship opportunities, including but not limited to, employer-sponsored scholarships, tuition reimbursement, denomination-sponsored scholarships, and professional association or society scholarships. Candler lists many theological scholarship opportunities on the External Scholarships and Loans tab on this page.

Federal student loans are available for DMin students registered for five credit hours per term. For additional information, contact our Financial Aid office at candlerfinancialaid@emory.edu or 404.727.6326.

Doctor of Theology in Pastoral Counseling

Priority deadline is January 15

Anderson Roe Scholarship

Partial tuition

Full-time status

U.S. and non-U.S. citizens eligible

Named for Candler graduates Sherman Michael Anderson and Phyllis Roe, this scholarship honors their work in the field of pastoral counseling. This scholarship is available to either a U.S. or international student who is interested in working with native populations. A separate application is not required. Review is based on materials submitted for admission to the ThD program.

Doctor of Theology International Scholarship

Full tuition for two-years of coursework and practicum

Non-U.S. citizens eligible

One ThD International Scholarship is available every other year to an entering ThD student who is a citizen of a country outside the United States. A separate application is not required. Review is based on materials submitted for admission to the ThD program.

Gerkin Scholarship

Partial tuition

Non-U.S. citizens eligible

The Charles V. and Mary F. Gerkin Endowment for Graduate Study in Pastoral Theology was established by Charles Gerkin, Franklin N. Parker Professor of Pastoral Theology Emeritus, to provide scholarship support to an international doctoral student in the field of pastoral theology. Preference is given to students from Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Middle East or the Western Pacific. This scholarship is available to an international student who is interested in working with native populations. A separate application is not required. Review is based on materials submitted for admission to the ThD program. Click here to close

There are a number of outside agencies that provide financial support to students pursuing theological education. Last year, Candler students secured over $900,000 in external awards. Below you will find information on the awards, deadlines and any denominational. The deadlines are usually for the following academic year; however even if a deadline has passed for this year, you can take note of it for the next year should you want to apply. A deadline index is included at the top of the page.

The Alpha Kappa Alpha Educational Advancement Foundation Financial Need Scholarshipis awarded to undergraduate and graduate students with good academic standing who have endured great hardship to accomplish their educational goals. Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5. Fill out the application.

American Indian Graduate Center

Deadline: June 1

Amount: Varies according to financial need

Fellowships from the American Indian Graduate Center are available to enrolled members of a U.S. federally recognized American Indian tribe or Alaskan Native Group or persons who possess one-fourth degree (federally recognized) Indian blood. An applicant must be a full-time student pursuing a master's or doctoral degree.

Educational awards from AmeriCorps are made in exchange for one or two years of service.Many national, state and local nonprofit organizations across the nation utilize AmeriCorps members in endeavors such as tutoring, preventing crime, renovating houses, and restoring parks and streams.

The Amy Foundation Writing Award goes to the first place winner in this writing competition. Submitted articles must have been published in a secular, non-religious publication. Scripture must be quoted in the article, and it must present the biblical position on a relevant and timely issue. Additional prizes will be given to winners from second to sixth places.

Association of American Indian Affairs - Sequoyah Graduate Fellowships

Deadline: July 20

Amount: $1,500

Association of American Indian Affairs - Sequoyah Graduate Fellowships are available to American Indian and Alaskan Natives who are enrolled full-time in a graduate program. Applicants must be at least one-quarter degree Indian blood from a federally recognized tribe.

Business and Professional Women's Foundation - Career Advancement Scholarships

Deadline: April 15

Amount: $750 to $1,000

The Business and Professional Women's Foundation - Career Advancement Scholarships provide assistance to women who are seeking the education necessary to enter, re-enter or advance within the work force.

Qualifications:

25 years of age and older by May 2.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens and must be graduating in 12 to 24 months.

Candler School of Theology offers limited sponsorships to students participating in professional conferences and educational events that support the School's mission of "educating faithful and creative leaders for the church's ministries in the world." Applications are available in the Office ofStudent Programming. Completed applications are due two weeks prior to any registration or payment deadlines for the event.

Qualifications: Applicant must demonstrate financial need and be a permanent resident ofAtlanta (according to government guidelines for Atlanta Metro counties). Please note that residing in Atlanta for graduate school does not constitute permanent residency.

Eastern Star Training Awards for Religious Leadership provide support for MDiv students. Letters of recommendation, transcript and photo required with application. Students need not have a Masonic or Eastern Star affiliation, but must be sponsored by a local chapter, preferably in their hometown. Call 800.648.1182 to receive contact details for local branches.

The Emory Alumni Board Leadership Scholarship recognizes outstanding students whose actions, beliefs and passions have improved the Emory community. Financial aid eligibility will be strongly considered in the scholarship application review.

The Fund for Theological Education, Inc. - Ministry Fellowships
(Not offered for the 2013-14 school year)

Deadline: March 1

Amount: $10,000

The Fund for Theological Education, Inc. - Ministry Fellowships are self-designed summer project fellowships for students entering their second year of an MDiv program who are preparing for congregational ministry. Download the brochure.

The Fund for Theological Education, Inc. - Congregational Fellowships
(Not offered for the 2013-14 school year)

Deadline: April 1

Amount: Fellowship matches funds donated by home congregation.

The Fund for Theological Education, Inc. - Congregational Fellowships provides matching fellowships to students entering the MDiv program who are preparing for congregational ministry. Recipient must be nominated by his or her home congregation. To nominate, a congregation must commit $2,000 - $5,000 toward the cost of the student's first year at seminary.

The Fund for Theological Education, Inc. - Volunteers Exploring Vocation Fellowships are for young adults participating in one of 10 national faith-based volunteer programs connected to FTE's Volunteers Exploring Vocation (VEV) initiative. The VEV Fellowship offers financial help toward the cost ofthe first year of an MDiv program. See website for a full list of the 10 faith-based volunteer programs. Applicants must be U.S. or Canadian citizens 35 years of age or younger.

Applicants for the John Gyles Education Award must be enrolled full-time at a college or university program as an undergraduate or graduate student and must have aminimum GPA of 3.5. Fill out the application.

For more information, contact:

R. James Cougle at 506.459.7460

Harold B. and Dorothy A. Snyder Foundation, Inc. Program

Deadline: March 15

Amount: Varies

The Harold B. and Dorothy A. Snyder Foundation, Inc. Program provides renewable scholarships for students studying for degrees in nursing, pastoral ministry or engineering.

The scholarship is offered to persons of Japanese ancestry, accepted or enrolled full time in an accredited Protestant seminary in the United States, preparing for ministerial degrees who intend to serve Japanese American congregations or other church related ministries. For information and the application visit: http://www.jauc.org/haruyama/.

The Hispanic Scholarship Fund/General College Scholarships are designed to assist students of Hispanic heritage obtain a college degree. Applicants must be of Hispanic heritage, be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident and have aminimum GPA of 3.0.

International Foundation for Education and Self Help - International Fellows Program

Deadline: February 28

Amount: Not specified

The International Foundation for Education and Self Help - International Fellows Program supports nine-month fellowships for U.S. citizens. The fellowships provide an opportunity to work overseas, primarily in African countries in development organizations such as Africare, CARE, Save the Children, Techno Serve and UNICEF.

International Foundation for Education and Self Help
International Fellows Program
5040 East Shea Boulevard, Suite 260
Scottsdale, AZ 85254-4687
480.443.1800

International Order of the King's Daughters and Sons

Deadline: April 30

Amount: Up to $1,000

The International Order of the King's Daughters and Sons provides awards to graduate students preparing for full-time ministry. To receive an application, send a self-addressed letter-size envelope with two stamps. Please also send a letter of request including college graduation date, GPA (at least 3.0), current school of attendance and anticipated graduation date.

The Japanese American Citizens League provides scholarships to first-year graduate students. Either the applicant or the applicant's parent(s) must hold membership in the JACL. Send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to request an application.

For more information, contact:

Japanese American Citizens League
Masao Satow Building
1765 Sutter Street
San Francisco, CA 94115

Kennedy Foundation Scholarship

Deadline: May 1

Amount: Not Specified

The Kennedy Foundation Scholarship grants are available only to men and women who are preparing for full-time Christian service at the college or seminary level from the South Carolina counties of Abbeville, Cherokee, Greenville, Greenwood, Laurens, McCormick, Oconee, Pickens, Spartanburg, Union and York.

For more information, contact:

Dr.Donald Johnson
933 Sunset Drive
Greenwood, SC

Francis, Nathanie, and Kathyrn Padgett Kennedy Foundation

Deadline: May 15

Amount: $1,000

The Francis, Nathanie, and Kathyrn Padgett Kennedy Foundation provides support primarily for South Carolina residents from Laurens County and upper Piedmont. Preference for applicants who wish to serve as an international missionary or as a Christian educator in a local congregation.

The Knights Templar Educational Foundation of Georgia Scholarship is available to Georgia residents who are citizens of the United States that are pursuing post-secondary education with an emphasis on Christian ministerial education. Requires three letters of recommendations from people familiar with your character and scholastic abilities. Good recommenders are ministers, teachers and civic leaders.

The Madison Avenue Presbyterian Church - David H.C. Read Preacher/Scholar Award is presented to a third-year MDiv student who shows outstanding promise as a preacher and scholar with indicated commitment to the parish pulpit. The purpose of the award is to assist recipients to further their strengths as preachers/scholars after leaving seminary. Candler selects two nominees to be considered for this award.

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People scholarships are available to members of the NAACP. Recipients may not be NAACP employees, family members of board of director members, trustees, or close relatives of people holding these positions.

The National Hispanic Scholarship Fund is available to full-time graduate students of Hispanic parentage. Must be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident with astrong academic record and attend a university in the U.S. or Puerto Rico.

The New Jersey State Federation of Women's Clubs - Margaret Yardley Fellowship is available to female students from New Jersey. The award is based on financial need. Requests for applications should be made prior to February 1 and must include a self-addressed, stamped envelope.

The Philadelphia Foundation - Margaret and Charles E. Stewart Scholarship Fund is available to full-time seminary students working toward the MDiv degree with intent to serve in pastoral ministry in the black church of any Protestant denomination. Please call before applying.

The Jennings Randolph Program for International Peace provides senior and dissertation fellowships available to enable outstanding scholars to conduct research on important issues concerning international conflict and peace.

Jennings Randolph Program for International Peace
United States Institute of Peace
1200 17th Street NW, Suite 200
Washington, D.C. 20036-3011

Bill Raskob Foundation, Inc.

Deadline: May 1; request applications between January 1 and April 1

Amount: Up to $3,000

The Bill Raskob Foundation, Inc. provides interest-free educational loans to students with unmet need after the receipt of Stafford Student Loans. Loans are not available to first-year students or international students.

Deadline: February 1; applications available between November 1 and January 31

Amount: Not specified

Preference for the Roothbert Fund will be given to those who are considering teaching as a vocation. Candidates are required to go to an interview in New York City, NewHaven, CT or Washington, D.C., for which the Fund does not reimburse travel expenses. Must satisfy high scholastic requirements. Applicants must include aself-addressed, stamped envelope.

Applicants must have a permanent address from one of the following states/districts: Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, D.C., or West Virginia.

Scudder Association, Inc. provides grants to full-time students in medicine, nursing and theology. Applications are accepted only from members of the ScudderAssociation and those recommended by Scudder.

To receive support from the W.B. Small Trust an applicant must be a full-time Christian student working on a Masters of Divinity at an accredited seminary and have a strong Iowa connection. Scholarship recipients will be chosen during the third week of June on the basis of their financial need, Iowa connection, academic record, statement of faith and letters of recommendation.

The Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans provide opportunities for new Americans to achieve leadership positions in their chosen fields. For the purposes of this program, a "new American" is an individual who (1) is a resident alien, i.e., holds a Green Card; or (2) has been naturalized as a U.S. citizen; or (3) is the child of two parents who are both naturalized citizens. The fellowships provide grants for up to two years of graduate studyi n the United States. Thirty fellowships will be awarded each year.

The Hattie M. Strong Foundation provides loans to American students entering their final year of study. To apply, provide a brief personal history, school of attendance, degree program, anticipated date of graduation and loan amount requested.

The Chaplain Samuel Grover Powell Scholarship supports for students planning to serve in the United States Military Chaplaincy. No denominational affiliation is required. The recipient must be in his/her senior or middle year and be involved in the Chaplain Candidate (Seminary) Program or serving in the reserves after having completed an active tour of military duty. Preference will be given to senior students who plan to serve with the U.S. Air Force,though students preparing to serve in other branches of the military will be considered.

The Nancy B. Woolridge McGee Graduate Fellowship is available to members of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. who are pursuing a graduate or professional degree in an accredited college or university program. Applicant must have demonstrated scholarly distinction or unusual ability in her chosen field. Awarded for full-time study for the academic year (Fall-Spring) and may be renewed. Fill out the application.

Scholarships are available to full-time journalists in the U.S. and Canada. Applicants must show evidence of employment as a full-time journalist in the news media. Journalists in any position or beat are eligible. Journalists working for religious media—including media supporting or promoting a particular religion, faith community or religious group—are not eligible.

The Nancy B. Woolridge McGee Graduate Fellowship is available to members of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. who are pursuing a graduate or professional degree in an accredited college or university program. Applicant must have demonstrated scholarly distinction or unusual ability in her chosen field. Awarded for full-time study for the academic year (Fall-Spring) and may be renewed. Fill out the application.

Each year the Anglican Theological Review publishes an outstanding essay written by a student at a seminary of the Episcopal Church or the Anglican Church of Canada. In addition to publication, the winner of the Charles Hefling Student Essay Competition receives a prize of five hundred dollars. Eligibility for the Hefling Prize is limited to students currently enrolled in a master’s-level degree program at one of the ATR’s supporting institutions. The jury for the Hefling Prize will consider essays on any topic, but special consideration will be given to essays that further the journal’s commitment to creative engagement with Christian tradition, and to interdisciplinary inquiry that includes literature and the arts, philosophy, and science.

Doctoral Scholarships

The American Indian Graduate Center

Deadline: June 2

Amount: $1,000 to $5,000

Fellowships from the American Indian Graduate Center are available to enrolled members of a U.S. federally recognized American Indian tribe or Alaskan Native Group or persons who possess one-fourth degree (federally recognized) Indian blood. An applicant must be a full-time student pursuing a master's or doctoral degree.

Deadlines: Pre-doctoral fellowships, November 21, and Dissertation fellowships, November 30

Amount: $16,000 to $21,000

Ford Foundation Diversity Pre-doctoral fellowships of up to $20,000 are available for each of the three years of fellowship tenure for minority students who are at or near the beginning of their doctoral study and are citizens or nationals of the U.S. Dissertation fellowships of $21,000 are available for minority degree candidates engaged in the writing of an approved dissertation/topic. Applicants must aspire to a teaching and research career and be enrolled in, or planning to enroll in, a research-based PhD program.

The John Wesley Fellowship is available to United Methodist students pursuing PhD or ThD degree programs. Candidates are selected for their commitment to Christ and the church as well as for their academic excellence.

Forum for Theological EducationFellowships for Latino/a, Asian and First Nations Doctoral Students

Deadline: February 1

Amount: Up to $20,000

Financial support for doctoral students of Latino/a, Asian, or First Nations descent who have completed the course work stage of their PhD or ThD program in religion, theological studies or biblical studies.

The Hispanic Theological Initiative has Doctoral Dissertation Grants available to four outstanding Latino/a doctoral students for a maximum of two years of full-time course work. Grants are also available to six students for a dissertation year.

The Jennings Randolph Program for International Peace provides senior and dissertation fellowships to enable outstanding scholars to conduct research on important issues concerning international conflict and peace.

Jennings Randolph Program for International Peace
United States Institute of Peace
1200 17th Street NW, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20036-3011

Peace Scholar Dissertation Fellowship

Deadline: January 10

Amount: $17,000

The Jennings Randolph program awards Peace Scholar Dissertation Fellowships to students at U.S. universities researching and writing doctoral dissertations on international conflict and peace. Dissertation projects from all disciplines are welcome. Priority will be given to projects that contribute knowledge relevant to the formulation of policy on international peace and conflict issues.

Jennings Randolph Program for International Peace
United States Institute of Peace
1200 17th Street NW Suite 200
Washington, DC 20036-3011

Rosalie Bentzinger Graduate Scholarships

Deadline: February 1

Amount: $5,000

Rosalie Bentzinger Graduate scholarships are available to United Methodist students pursuing a PhD in Christian Education.

Qualifications: Must be a full and active member of the United Methodist Church for at least three years. Must be a deacon in full connection, diaconal minister, or deaconess. Must be accepted for doctoral studies in a graduate theological seminary; full-time; and have a B+ academic average.

The Spencer Foundation awards dissertation fellowships to support students' completion of their doctoral dissertations. Applicants must be candidates for the doctoral degree in any field of study. The dissertation must concern the field of education, but graduate study may be in any academic discipline.

Amount: Up to $10,000 for a single student and $11,000 for a married student

The United Methodist Church provides Dempster Fellowships to United Methodists who are teaching or planning to teach in seminaries, or who are teaching or planning to teach religion and related subjects in universities or colleges. The fellowships are open only to members of The United Methodist Church who plan to teach in seminaries, or to teach one of the theological disciplines (Bible, church history, theology, ethics, and the arts of ministry) in universities or colleges. Applications are available in August each year.

The United Methodist Church provides Diaconia Graduate Fellowships to full-time United Methodist doctoral students who demonstrate financial need and plan to teach or serve as an administrator in a school of theology or another institution or agency of the church. Applicants must be consecrated as a diaconal minister or ordained as a deacon in the United Methodist Church or a commissioned minister moving toward ordination as a deacon, with one year of probation completed.

The United Methodist Church
General Board of Higher Education and Ministry
Office of Loans and Scholarships
P.O. Box 340007
Nashville, TN 37203-0007
615.340.7344

The United Methodist ChurchWomen of Color Scholarship Program

Deadline: February 1

Amount: Not specified

The United Methodist church provides scholarships to five United Methodist women of color who are pursuing PhD or ThD degrees within the field of religious studies who desire to serve on the faculty or executive administration at a UM theological school. Applicants must be of African, Black, Hispanic, Asian, or Native American parentage (at least one parent); be a member in the UMC for at least three years; provide a receipt of the MDiv degree; and either be accepted or be enrolled full time in a PhD or ThD program.

International Student Scholarships

Ford Foundation International Fellows Program

Deadline: varies by country

Fellowships available for advanced study to exceptional individuals who will use this education to become leaders in their respective fields, furthering development in their own countries and greater economic and social justice worldwide. Applicants must be resident nationals or residents of an eligible IFP country or territory. Currently these are: Brazil, Chile, China, Egypt, Ghana, Guatemala, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Mozambique, Nigeria, Palestinian Territories, Peru, Philippines, Russia, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania, Thailand, Uganda, and Vietnam.

Scholarships available to students from China and other Southeast Asian countries. Applicants must have successfully completed one or more years of higher education with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and a TOEFL score of at least 500. Students must have the ability to express themselves clearly and to personally complete the application in English.

Scholarships are awarded annually to women students who are citizens of countries other than the U.S. or Canada for graduate study in the U.S. or Canada. (Doctoral students who have completed course work and are working on dissertations are not eligible. First-time applicants seeking assistance for less than one academic year will not be considered.)

Qualifications:

Students must be admitted to a degree program by April 1.

Applicants must submit a witnessed statement that upon graduation they will return to their home countries to pursue professional careers.

General UMC Scholarships

Cannon Endowment Scholarship

Deadline: Not specified

Amount: Approximately $2,500

The Cannon Endowment provides scholarship assistance to seminarians planning to become military chaplains. Seminarians who are of the following faith communities may apply: United Church of Christ, Christian Church Disciples of Christ, Presbyterian USA, United Methodist, and Church of the Brethren. Scholarships are awarded on an annual basis and typically will be in the $2,500 range.

Parish Life and Leadership Ministry Team
Grants, Scholarship and Resources
United Church of Christ
700 Prospect Avenue East
Cleveland, OH 44115-1100<
216.736.3839 or 866.822.8224 ext. 3848jeffersv@ucc.org

JK Sasaki Memorial Scholarship Fund

Deadline: February 15

Amount: $250 to $1,000

The JK Sasaki Memorial Scholarship Fund provides scholarships to Japanese Americans and Asian Americans who intend to serve in the ordained ministry of the United Methodist Church.

Qualifications: Applicants must have a minimum grade point average of 2.5 and intent to serve in a Japanese American or Asian American congregation.

The World Communion Scholarship Program is designed to enable the education preparation of church and community leaders around the world so that they may serve in the mission of their churches and societies upon completion of their studies. You must be admitted to or have applied to a graduate-level study program in an institution of higher education, be a member of a racial or ethnic minority, and be able to demonstrate evidence of financial need. Priority is given to members of the United Methodist Church. Scholarship recipients should have the probability of offering five years of service to their community and/or churches.

The Nancy Grisson-Self Scholarship is given by the Commission on the Status Role of Women to women who are members of a United Methodist Church, enrolled in an institution of higher learning. Special consideration given to women over 30 years of age, returning to school.

For more information, contact:

Connye Thomas
3519 S. Sycamore Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90016

Mona Harris Testamentary Trust

Deadline: June 1

Amount: $3,000 annually

The Mona Harris Testamentary Trust provides support for students who are interested in domestic or foreign missionary work for the United Methodist Church.

Qualifications: Must be a member of the UMC and whose vocational plans include domestic or foreign missionary work.

Application: Students must submit a letter outlining their interest in domestic and/or foreign missionary work and a current resume to the Candler School of Theology Office of Admissions and Financial Aid.

Ministerial Education Funds

Deadline: Varies according to Annual Conference

Amount: Varies according to Annual Conference

Most United Methodist Annual Conferences provide assistance to their students attending seminary.

Qualifications: Many Annual Conferences require that recipients be certified candidates for ordained ministry.

Application: Contact your board or conference Ministerial Education Fund (MEF) Chairperson or the Candler School of Theology Office of Admissions and Financial Aid for an application.

Mount Olivet Foundation

Deadlines: January 1, April 1, July 1, and October 1

Amount: $500 to $1,500

The Mount Olivet Foundation provides awards to seminary students.

Qualifications: Priority is given to those with a direct connection to Mt. Olivet, Methodists from the northern VA/Greater Washington D.C. area, and Methodists from the mid-Atlantic area.

This scholarship was founded to support students from Georgia to attend seminary with the intent of becoming a United Methodist minister. Students must be full-time students or part-time students who also work part-time. They must be an active member of the UMC and must be pursuing ordination (as a deacon or elder). Students need to have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.

The Onarga United Methodist Church - Barber Scholarship provides grants to students pursuing ordained ministry, Christian Education, Youth Ministry, or other specialized ministries within the church.

Qualifications: Preference is given to United Methodist students, in particular those from the Illinois Great Rivers Annual Conference.

For more information, contact:

Kaskaskia River District of the Illinois Great River Conference
of the United Methodist Church
Onarga United Methodist Church
Attention: Rev. Jan Miller
109 East Seminary Avenue
Onarga, IL 60955-1240

The Jeanne Audrey Powers Leadership for Change Scholarship

Deadline: May 1

Amount: Up to $3,000

The Leadership for Change Scholarship provides assistance to students who are preparing for ordination as elders in the UMC and who are committed to promoting justice for gay and lesbian persons in the life of the UMC. Preference is given to students who are part of a Reconciling Congregation of the UMC and are from the South Central or South Eastern jurisdictions of the UMC. Fill out the application.

The United Methodist Church
General Board of Higher Education and Ministry
Office of Loans and Scholarships
P.O. Box 340007
Nashville, TN 37203-0007

The United Methodist Church - Dempster Fellowships

Deadline: October 1

Amount: Up to $10,000 for a single student and $11,000 for a married student

The United Methodist Church - Dempster Fellowships are open to United Methodists teaching or planning to teach in seminaries, or teaching or planning to teach religion and related subjects in universities or colleges.

Qualifications: The fellowships are open only to members of The United Methodist Church who plan to teach in seminaries, or to teach one of the theological disciplines (Bible, church history, theology, ethics, and the arts of ministry) in universities or colleges.

The United Methodist Church - Esther Edwards Graduate Scholarship consists of one annual award for a woman in full-time graduate study preparing for an executive management career with a United Methodist college or university.

Qualifications:

Preference is given to candidates who are employed by a United Methodist college, university or school.

The United Methodist Church
General Board of Higher Education and Ministry
Office of Loans and Scholarships
P.O. Box 340007
Nashville, TN 37203-0007

The United Methodist Church - John Q. Schisler Graduate Awards

Deadline: February 1

Amount: Up to $2,000

The United Methodist Church - John Q. Schisler Graduate Awards support graduate students preparing for careers as lay professionals, ordained deacons in full connection, or diaconal ministers in a local United Methodist church.

Qualifications:

Member of the United Methodist Church for at least three years.

U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

Demonstrate high academic standing, leadership ability, character and financial need.

The United Methodist Church - Reverend Charles W. Tadlock Scholarship provides support to United Methodist students pursuing a career in parish ministry.

Qualifications:

Certified candidates for ministry.

Completion of the first year of the MDiv program with a minimum 2.85 GPA.

U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

Preference for Missouri East and Missouri West Annual Conferences.

For more information, contact:

The United Methodist Church
General Board of Higher Education and Ministry
Office of Loans and Scholarships
P.O. Box 340007
Nashville, TN 37203-0007

The United Methodist Church - Women of Color Scholarship Program

Deadline: February 1

Amount: Up to $10,000

The United Methodist Church - Women of Color Scholarship Program provides scholarships to five United Methodist women of color who are pursuing PhD or ThD degrees within the field of religious studies who desire to serve on the faculty or executive administration at a UM theological school.

Qualifications:

Applicants must be of African, Black, Hispanic, Asian, or Native American parentage.

Membership in the UMC for at least three years.

Receipt of the MDiv degree from a UM seminary.

Acceptance or full-time enrollment in a PhD or ThD program.

For more information, contact:

The United Methodist Church
General Board of Higher Education and Ministry
Office of Loans and Scholarships
P.O. Box 340007
Nashville, TN 37203-0007

Amount: $30,000 plus benefits, expenses for moving and professional travel

Successful applicants for the United Methodist Communications - Judith Weidman Racial Ethnic Minority Fellowship must be a United Methodist of racial ethnic minority heritage, a recent college or seminary graduate considering a career in communications for The United Methodist Church who has broad communications training, including an understanding of effective public relations, is able to understand and speak English proficiently, and willing to relocate for one year. Fill out the application.

United Methodist Communications - Stoody-West Fellowship

Deadline: March 15

Amount: $6,000

The United Methodist Communications - Stoody-West Fellowship assists students in their post-graduate study who are pursuing careers in religious journalism.

This scholarship is awarded to a United Methodist student nominated by each of the 65 Annual Conference Boards of Higher Education and Campus Ministry. Applications may be obtained from your Conference Council Office.

The United Methodist Connectional Federal Credit Union will award four $1,000 college scholarships again this year. Four winning applicants will be chosen - one from each of our four conferences - Florida, north Georgia, South Georgia and Alabama-West Florida. To apply you must be between the ages of 17-35 and attend church in one of the conferences.

Student must be pursuing ordained ministry at either the undergraduate or graduate level; racial/ethnic minority aged 30 or under; member of UMC 2 years; must be attending a UM related institution. GPA of 2.85+ (undergraduate); or 3.0+ (graduate). This program has a mentoring component. Scholars, mentors, and Board staff spend time in retreat together for reflection and discernment.

To provide scholarship assistance to students preparing for chaplaincy in any branch of the military. Must be enrolled at an accredited theological seminary, be in either their middle or senior year, and be involved in the Chaplain Candidate (Seminarian) Program or serving in a military reserve component after having completed an active duty tour in one of the United States armed forces. Preference is given to students in their senior year who plan to serve in the United States Air Force. However, persons preparing for chaplaincy in any branch of the military will be considered.

Designated for endorsed clergy or persons pursuing endorsement through the United Methodist Endorsing Agency for correctional ministry. Requires ordained clergy or seminary students on the candidacy track to ordained ministry; experience in and a call to serve in the criminal justice/correctional ministries.

The Fred Heather Fund has been established by the Heather family and the DOM/UMEA to assist: endorsed persons seeking to complete requirements for professional certification, engage in advanced training appropriate to their endorsed setting, or enroll in ACPE Supervisory CPE training toward certification as an ACPE Supervisor, and persons preparing to meet requirements for endorsement to gain certification and training in areas of specialized ministry.

United Methodist Scholarships by Conference

Alabama-West Florida Annual Conference Scholarships

All of the following awards share the same deadlines and application contacts. They are awarded to United Methodist students from the Alabama-West Florida Conference preparing for full-time, ordained ministry in the Alabama-West Florida Conference. Students must be attending an accredited seminary recognized by the United Methodist Church and must be certified candidates.

Qualifications: Applicant must demonstrate clear intent to return to the Alabama-West Florida Conference in service in ministry to the churches.

Lester H. Spencer Ministerial Scholarship Fund

Amount: Up to $1,000

Spencer Funds are distributed with due consideration given to both the need of the student and the evidence of exceptional promise and gifts for the ministry.

Qualifications:

Second or third-year student.

Applicant must demonstrate clear intent to return to the Alabama-West Florida Conference in service as ordained United Methodist clergy.

Rose Wimberly Spencer Memorial Trust

Amount: Variable, depending on financial need and number of applicants

The Rose Wimberly Spencer Memorial Trust provides scholarships to United Methodist students including but not limited to those who plan a career in parish ministry.

Qualifications: Applicant must have demonstrated a clear intent to become an ordained United Methodist minister and to return for service within the bounds of the Alabama-West Florida Conference.

Inez Turner Byrd Memorial Scholarship

Amount: $500

Inez Turner Byrd Memorial Scholarships are given to students who have chosen to pursue a career of service that will provide for the mental, spiritual, and/or physical enhancement of society.

Qualifications: Applicant's home residence must be within the bounds of the Alabama-West Florida Conference.

Maud Byrd Windham Scholarship

Amount: $500

Maud Byrd Windham Scholarships support students with a chosen degree program in a church-related vocation, nursing or medicine.

Qualifications: Applicant's home residence must be within the bounds of the Alabama-West Florida Conference.

Alabama-West Florida Annual Conference - Ministerial Education Fund

Deadline: August 1 for fall semester, January 1 for spring semester

Amount: $2,000 per semester

The Ministerial Education Fund provides service loans to students who are certified candidates for ministry in the Alabama-West Florida Annual Conference. Request the application from June Jernigan at the above email address or from the Candler Financial Aid Office.

Dauphin Way UMC Scholarship

Deadline: July 15

Amount: up to $2,500 per semester

Students must be full time and certified in the Alabama West Florida Conference. They must have plans to pursue ordination and full time ministry within the bounds of the Alabama West Florida Conference and have a cumulative GPA of 2.7 or higher. For information about Dauphin Way, visit www.dauphinwayumc.org.

Application: Send the following information:

Cover letter and personal statement including the following: call to ministry, status in the candidacy process, seminary plans, commitment to fulltime ordained ministry within the Alabama-W. Florida Conference, and any other scholarships ($2000 or greater) you are currently receiving. Include contact information and email address.

Official college transcript, if not yet enrolled in seminary; or official seminary transcript including most recent class work.

Two letters of recommendation, one of which must be from an ordained clergyperson in the Alabama-W. Florida Conference.

The Jane Walker Scholarship goes to a woman who affirms, represents and advocates for women's leadership in the church. Applicant must be accepted or enrolled in a United Methodist seminary approved by the University Senate or be pursuing an undergraduate degree in Christian Education at a University Senate approved United Methodist institution.Completed application (including essay) and two letters of recommendation from a pastor and a professor must be received in order to be eligible for consideration. Applicant should be an outstanding candidate for ministry or seeking a United Methodist church-related career. Applicant must be a resident of the Alabama-West Florida Conference and plan at the time of application to serve within the bounds of the conference. Fill out the application.

Arkansas Annual Conference Scholarships

Board of Ordained Ministry Seminary Loan

Deadline: September 15 for fall and February 1 for spring

Amount: Up to 40% of tuition but no more than $7000 per year

The BOM Seminary Loan is for seminary students who are certified candidates in the Arkansas Conference. For an application, contact Nancy Meredith at nmerideth@arumc.org; or via telephone at 501.324.8033.

California-Pacific Annual Conference Scholarships

Bishop Charles F. Golden Scholarship

Deadline: September 1 for the fall and January 1 for the spring

Amount: $550 per semester

This is for certified ministerial candidates and probationary members in good standing in the Cal-Pac Annual Conference. This aid will be regarded as an interest-free loan until the recipient has completed two years of full-time service under a DS. At that time, the aid shall become an outright gift.

Application forms are available from Mr. William Lazarte, 1102 W. 149th Street, Gardena, CA 90247. He can also be reached via email at william.lazarte@gmail.com or via telephone at 310.528.8492.

The Botkin Foundation Award

Deadline: September 1 for the fall and January 1 for the spring

Amount: $2000

The Board of Ordained Ministry has the privilege of annually giving five awards of $2,000 each to full time students whom the Board deems most needful. These awards shall be determined by the scholarship Aid Committee at their October meeting, and thus it is imperative that students submit their applications in a timely manner--if possible.

Application forms are available from Mr. William Lazarte, 1102 W. 149th Street, Gardena, CA 90247. He can also be reached via email at william.lazarte@gmail.com or via telephone at 310.528.8492.

Nancy Grisson-Self (Nan Self) Scholarship

Deadlines: December 1

Amount: $1,500

The Nancy Grisson-Self (Nan Self) Scholarship is given by the Commission on the Status & Role of Women to women who are members of a United Methodist Church, enrolled in an institution of higher learning.

Qualifications: Special consideration given to women over 30 years of age, returning to school.

The grant is for seminary students who are preparing for ordained ministry in the Detroit Annual Conference. For an application or for more information, contact Scott Harmon at beemerrev@chartermi.net or via phone at 989.652.6858. His address is:
Rev. Scott Harmon
Frankenmuth UMC
346 East Vates
Frankenmuth, MI 48734

Mallinson Scholarship

Deadlines: September 10

Amount: Unspecified

The Mallinson Scholarship is awarded to students who document academic and professional work in the area of rural ministry that has been completed, is in progress, and/or is planned. Fill out the application.

Qualifications: Approved candidates for the United Methodist ministry.

The Hope United Methodist Church Seminary Grants provides support to United Methodist students entering ministerial fields including Christian education, missions, or music ministry. First preference - First District members. Second Preference - Detroit Conference members, then others.

Qualifications: Applicants must be certified candidates in the Detroit Annual Conference.

The Ministerial Education Fund provides service loans to students who are certified candidates for ministry in the Florida Annual Conference.

For more information, visit the website or contact Wayne Wiatt at 863.688.5563 ext. 133 or via email at wayne.wiatt@flumc.org. The address is:
Board of Ordained Ministry
Florida Conference of The United Methodist Church
450 Martin L. King Jr. Avenue
Lakeland, FL 33815-1522

The United Methodist Women of Palma Ceia United Methodist Church in Tampa, Florida provide annual scholarships to students who are active members of a Florida United Methodist congregation pursuing graduate work in a church related field at an accredited college or university.

Grants are available to United Methodist Certified Candidates for ordained ministry in the Iowa Annual Conference.

Qualifications: Recipients must be certified candidates for ministry in good standing and with the intent to complete the MDiv degree, be ordained as a Deacon or Elder, and serve in the ministry in the Iowa Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church.

The Johnson-Kitts Memorial Scholarship Fund gives financial support to those who are in formal education to enter Christian ministry on a full-time, professional basis and who intend to serve in the Minnesota Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church. Fill out the application.

The Mississippi Conference of the United Methodist Church - Ministerial Education Fund

Deadline: Sept 15 - Summer/Fall and Feb 15 - J Term/Spring

Amount: 50% of tuition

The Ministerial Education Fund provides service loans available to Certified Candidates for ministry in the Mississippi Conference. The application is available in the Candler Office of Admissions and Financial Aid.

The Mississippi United Methodist Foundation offers over 30 different scholarships to Mississippi Conference MDiv students with at GPA of at least 2.75. Students who wish to apply must request an application directly from the foundation.

The United Methodist City Society Scholarships for Urban Ministry are designated primarily for those planning to enter full-time ministry in a United Methodist Church with special emphasis on urban ministry.

Qualifications: Limited to members of the United Methodist Church in the New York Annual Conference.

Highlands United Methodist Church provides a limited number of scholarships to United Methodist Master of Divinity students enrolled at Candler School of Theology who are preparing for ministry in the North Alabama Conference. Fill out the application and mail it to:

The John T. Hood and Martha Emma Yancey Hood Scholarship provides support for one member of the United Methodist congregation within the bounds of the North Georgia Annual Conference who is enrolled or enrolling as a full-time student in an accredited Georgia UM seminary. The applicant's goal must be to serve as an Ordained Elder in the North Georgia Annual Conference. The applicant will also be engaged in the candidacy process supervised by the North Georgia Annual Conference Board of Ordained Ministry.

Qualifications: Eligibility is limited to persons who are certified candidates for ordained ministry in the South Carolina Annual Conference and enrolled as full-time students in a program of study leading to a first professional degree at a seminary or theological school of the United Methodist Church. Persons applying must also be applicants for assistance through the Ministerial Education Fund.

The Ministerial Education Fund provides service loans to students who are certified candidates for ministry in the South Carolina Annual Conference. Application forms available in the offices of the district superintendents and in Candler's Office of Financial Aid.

The United Methodist Scholarship Program is a churchwide educational service providing scholarships to help supplement the financial needs of today's students. Applications are reviewed by members of the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry (GBHEM) and other affiliated representatives.

The Ministerial Education Fund provides service loans to certified candidates for ministry in the Western North Carolina Conference. Applications should be requested from the District Office or on the website.

Students residing in North Carolina who are preparing for full-time Christian ministry and are members or parents are members of a church associated with the North Carolina Baptist State Convention, may be eligible for a scholarship from the Bullard Family Fund. Fill out the application.

Applicants must be a 2nd or 3rd year at a CBF partner school, have at least a 3.5 GPA, and demonstrate an affinity for CBF, commitment to congregational ministries, involvement in a CBF church, and campus leadership. Fill out the application.

Annually, the Baptist Women in Ministry of Georgia award a scholarship to a Baptist woman who is from or currently resides in Georgia, and has completed at least one year of seminary education (30 hours of study). Fill out the application.

Scholarship awards to African American students who are residents of Georgia, members of Georgia Baptist Churches, and enrolled in full-time study leading to a Christian vocation; Recipients must serve in a church-related vocation or Christian ministry for at least three years following graduation.

The applicant must have Tennessee connections through birth, residence, college education, or a desire to serve in the state, and be a member of a CBF affiliated congregation or demonstrate support to state and/or national CBF programs, ministries, or missions. Fill out the application.

The Craig Holbrook Parham Scholarship Fund of the First Baptist Church of Greenwood, SC, was established in 1986 for the sole purpose of providing scholarship assistance to students pursuing degrees from accredited theological seminaries for full-time Christian service. Awards are based on determination of need and availability of funds. Fill out the application.

Enrollment in seminary and actively pursuing studies toward preaching the Gospel in the United Methodist, Presbyterian, Baptist or Congregational Churches. Application available in the Candler Office of Admissions and Financial Aid.

Christian Church Scholarships

Cannon Endowment Scholarship

Deadline: None specified

Amount: Approximately $2,500

The Cannon Endowment provides scholarship assistance to seminarians planning to become military chaplains. Seminarians who are of the following faith communities may apply: United Church of Christ, Christian Church Disciples of Christ, Presbyterian USA, United Methodist, and Church of the Brethren. Scholarships are awarded on an annual basis and typically will be in the $2,500 range.

Episcopal Evangelical Education Society Grants support Episcopal students for projects that foster fresh initiatives and methodologies in evangelism and education and help believers understand and articulate the Christian faith.

T. James Fernely III Memorial Fund applications for financial assistance will be considered for those preparing for a Christian ministry as full-time students at an accredited Episcopal seminary. Applicants must be entering their senior year of graduate studies and must intend to be ordained. Applications are available after January 15.

The sole function of the Holy Trinity Centennial Scholarship Trust is to provide scholarship aid to persons actively involved in or committed to future participation in the ministry of the Episcopal Church or the Anglican Communion. Fill out the application.

The Society for the Increase of the Ministry (SIM) is in its 155th year of providing financial and pastoral support to Episcopal seminarians all across the United States. It provides grants to MDiv students who intend to be ordained in the Episcopal Church. It is for full time students currently enrolled in an M. Div. program. Applicants must be postulants or candidates for Holy Orders in the Episcopal Church in the United States and must be a junior or middler.

Lutheran Scholarships

Evangelical Lutheran Church in America - Educational Grant Program

Deadline: April 1

Amount: $2,000 to $5,000

The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America - Educational Grant Program provides support to members of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America enrolled in a doctoral program for advanced theological study.

The Abdel Ross Wentz Prize in American Lutheran History presents awards annually to the author of an outstanding essay or research paper dealing with American Lutheran history. Fill out the application.

Qualifications: All Lutheran students in a first-degree program at a theological seminary in North America are eligible.

Siebert Lutheran Foundation Grants provides scholarship assistance to full-time MDiv students from Wisconsin. Students may not apply directly. Interested students should have their home pastor request application forms. Review the application.

Presbyterian Scholarships

Cannon Endowment Scholarship

Deadline: Not specified

Amount: Approximately $2,500

The Cannon Endowment provides scholarship assistance to seminarians planning to become military chaplains. Seminarians who are of the following faith communities may apply: United Church of Christ, Christian Church Disciples of Christ, Presbyterian USA, United Methodist, and Church of the Brethren. Scholarships are awarded on an annual basis and typically will be in the $2,500 range. Fill out the application.

For more information, contact:

Parish Life and Leadership Ministry Team
Grants, Scholarship and Resources
United Church of Christ
700 Prospect Avenue East
Cleveland, OH 44115-1100
216.736.3839jeffersv@ucc.org

The Higgins Scholarship supports for full-time degree students preparing for church occupations. Preference given to students under the care of the Presbytery of Chicago. The application is available online.

The Harold B. and Dorothy A. Snyder Scholarship provides sholarship and loan assistance is available to students who are studying for the Presbyterian or Reformed ministry and who are under the care of a Presbytery. Preference is given to residents of New Jersey. Fill out the application.

Westminster Presbyterian Church
1504 West 13th Street
Wilmington, DE 19806

Synod of the Northeast - Wurffel/Sills Loans

Deadline: April 1

Amount: $500 to $5,000

Synod of the Northeast - Wurffel/Sills Loans provides interest-free educational loans to full-time students who are members of PC-USA congregations in the Synod of the Northeast. Loan amounts are determined on the basis of individual needs.

Unitarian Universalist Scholarships

The Frederic Henry Hedge Prize in Unitarian Universalist Christian Church History

Deadline: September 15

Amount: $500

The Frederic Henry Hedge Prize in Unitarian Universalist Christian Church History provides a monetary award and publication of the winning essay in UU Christian Church history.

For more information, contact:

The Second Parish in Hingham
685 Main Street
Hingham, MA 02043

John Haynes Holmes Memorial Fund

Deadline: April 1

Amount: Not specified

The John Haynes Holmes Memorial Fund provides fellowships to Unitarian Universalist students who are preparing for teaching or for ministry in the Unitarian Universalist Church. Fill out the application.

Qualifications: Applicants must demonstrate financial need.

For more information, contact:

Secretary of the John Haynes Holmes Memorial Fund Committee
The Community Church of New York
40 East 35th Street
New York, NY 10016
212.683.4988

St. Lawrence Foundation Award

Deadline: March 12

Amount: $500 to $1,000

The St. Lawrence Foundation Awards are available to students preparing for the Unitarian Universalist ministry.

Qualifications: Applicants must submit a 1,000-word essay reflecting on questions proposed by the St. Lawrence Foundation.

The Unitarian Universalist Association - Ministerial Education Scholarships provide limited funds to students enrolled full-time in a Master of Divinity degree program leading to ordination as a UU minister. Aspirant Status or Candidate status is required. Read the full descriptions of the scholarships available.

United Church of Christ Scholarships

The Reverend JK Fukushima Memorial Scholarship

Deadline: May 31

Amount: $500

The Reverend JK Fukushima Memorial Scholarship honors the memory of the late Reverend Fukushima who was a pioneer pastor among the Japanese-American Christians, serving for 55 years. Rev. Fukushima affirmed the value of an education. Candidates must be enrolled or have been accepted at an accredited Theological School and have NOT completed their Master's Degree. Candidates will be asked about their commitment to the Asian-American community. Fill out the application.

Overview We are proud to support the men and women who have faithfully served our country and are pleased to participate in the Yellow Ribbon Program. Administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs, this program is a provision of the Post 9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2008, which provides veterans and their dependents with an opportunity to receive financial support for higher education.

For the 2015-16 academic year, Candler will provide up to six $2,500 scholarships to eligible MDiv, MRL, MTS and ThM students. These awards may be matched by the Veterans Administration in order to help cover the cost of attendance.

Application Requirements
To be considered for the Yellow Ribbon Program, a student must be:

Eligible at the benefits rate of 100 percent under the Post 9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33), and provide the Registrar’s Office a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) stating this eligibility level; and

Admitted to a degree-seeking program at Candler School of Theology and have paid the deposit.

Application Process
Obtain a VA Certificate of Eligibility (COE), or complete the Emory Enrollment Certification Form and submit it to the Candler School of Theology Admissions Office in person, by mail or scanned and sent via email. The Candler Office of Admissions will send email confirmation of receipt; however, it is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that the form was received.

Eligibility will be determined by the Department of Veterans Affairs. In the event that a Yellow Ribbon applicant is ineligible for VA funds, the award will be given to the next person on the list. All awards are granted on a first-come, first-served basis.

Candler School of Theology’s participation in the Yellow Ribbon Program is contingent on approval by the VA each year, therefore, the availability of future funding is not guaranteed.

"Leadership Candler gave me the opportunity to have open and extended conversations with students, faculty and staff about spirituality and academics. This intimate perspective allowed me to envision myself as a learner at Candler, to better understand the interests and questions of the community, and ultimately to determine Candler was the right fit for developing my gifts and reaching my goals."